Abstract: A basketball return net assembly that allows the net to be positioned to return the basketball in a set direction. The assembly may attach to a basketball backboard and can be adjusted to point the net in different directions.

Abstract: A panoramic imaging system is constructed to acquire panoramic images of a very large field of view. The field of view ranges from being nearly hemispherical, to being omni directional with some parts occluded. The panoramic imaging system is comprised of multiple imaging sensors, each imaging different parts of the field of view. The panoramic image is constructed by mosaicing the images taken by different sensors that share a common viewpoint. The resolution across the entire panoramic image is substantially the same. Specific embodiments of the camera provide specific combinations of features, such as different visual fields.

Abstract: This invention relates to a dating service which allows potential dates to observe the users of the system in their automobiles. The preview of the person allows them to decide if they are compatible in age, attractiveness, and economic level. The potential date could then call a telephone service to hear a brief message about the person's interests and information, after entering in the automobile's license plate number. A voice message can then be left for the user of the system for anonymous contact.

Abstract: A styling brush for use in styling hair. The invention includes a curved head which enables the brush to fit snugly against the subject's head while the styling brush is in use, and includes a curved handle which enhances the comfort of the user of the styling brush.

Abstract: This invention involves the administration of the natural androgen metabolite 5-alpha-androst-1-en-3,17-dione(1-androstenedione) to produce an androgenic and anabolic response in humans. 1-Androstenedione behaves as a prohormone in vivo, and converts to the active hormone 17-beta-hydroxy-5-alpha-androst-1-en-3-one.